Pokédex - Ekans (Platinum Version)
![[Picture of Ekans]](../pictures/dp/front/normal/23.png)
Basic Information
| National Number | #023 |
| Height | 2.0 m (6'7") |
| Weight | 6.9 kg (15.2 lb) |
| Type | POISON |
| Footprint | ![[Footprint of Ekans]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAQCAYAAAAf8/9hAAAAEklEQVQ4y2NgGAWjYBSMAggAAAQQAAGFP6pyAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC) |
| Color | Purple |
| Body Form | ![[Form 3]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAB4AAAAXCAIAAACTXWg9AAAAtklEQVQYlbWVOw7EIAxEySoHmONQukyZI7vc4/gIWyBF/GJsa5kKIng4xmMOZk579NnETSmd068iwvwtY6IM4A/oGlpUpoEDmoSM3O6AOFrfLyJxtC5v4L4KcQXeoImyvtoVeIMGsKTb1RcfgPu+ylgpGIu0XE8L2Z5ut9Ht/xHpIcbA5z1E12j9+laeq1qgiXLY+ouEeFvSE/IaHeaa0N2GN41eO4wP2Jt9lD5uRQe08W3ciP4BX2NRFt63AmEAAAAASUVORK5CYII=) |
| Starting Catch Rate | 255 |
| Base Experience | 62 |
| Growth Rate | Medium (max: 1,000,000 Exp. Points) |
| Gender Rate | 50% female, 50% male |
| Friendship | 70 |
| Egg Groups | Field, Dragon |
| Steps to Hatch Egg | 5120 |
| Items in Wild Pokémon | No items. |
| Base Stat Points (EVs) Given | Attack: 1 |
| Abilities | Intimidate, Shed Skin |
Race Values ("Base Stats")
View detailed stat info for Ekans
| HP | 35 |
| Attack | 60 |
| Defense | 44 |
| Speed | 55 |
| Special Attack | 40 |
| Special Defense | 54 |
Pokédex Entries
English
Ekans - Snake Pokémon
It sneaks through grass without making a sound and strikes unsuspecting prey from behind.
French
Abo - Pokémon Serpent
Il se faufile dans l’herbe sans un bruit et frappe dans le dos quand sa proie s’y attend le moins.
German
Rettan - Schlange
Es bewegt sich ohne einen Laut durch das Gras und greift seine ahnungslose Beute von hinten an.
Spanish
Ekans - Pokémon Serpiente
Se mueve por la hierba en silencio y sorprende a sus presas atacando por detrás.
Italian
Ekans - Pokémon Serpente
Striscia nell’erba senza fare il minimo rumore e colpisce alle spalle le prede ignare del pericolo.
Japanese
アーボ (AABO) - へびポケモン (HebiPOKEMON)
おとをまったくたてずにくさちの なかをすすむ。ゆだんしている えものにはいごからおそいかかる。 (Otowomattakutatezunikusachino nakawosusumu.Yudanshiteiru emononihaigokaraosoikakaru. )
Evolutions (When Ekans Evolves)
- Evolves into Arbok at level 22.
Locations (Where to Find or Catch Ekans)
| Level | Chance | Method | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 212 (Dual Slot FireRed) | 23-26 | 8% | Land |
Moves Learned
Platinum Version
| Level | Name | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Effect Chance (%) | Range | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wrap | NORMAL | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | abef |
| 1 | Leer | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 100 | 30 | 0 | All opposing Pokémon | bce |
| 4 | Poison Sting | POISON | Physical | 15 | 100 | 35 | 30 | Single exc. user | be |
| 9 | Bite | DARK | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | 30 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 12 | Glare | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 75 | 30 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 17 | Screech | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 85 | 40 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 20 | Acid | POISON | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 | 10 | All opposing Pokémon | be |
| 25 | Stockpile | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | User | d |
| 25 | Swallow | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | User | d |
| 25 | Spit Up | NORMAL | Special | 1 | 100 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | bf |
| 28 | Mud Bomb | GROUND | Special | 65 | 85 | 10 | 30 | Single exc. user | bef |
| 33 | Gastro Acid | POISON | Status | 0 | 100 | 10 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 36 | Haze | ICE | Status | 0 | 0 | 30 | 0 | Both sides | |
| 41 | Gunk Shot | POISON | Physical | 120 | 70 | 5 | 30 | Single exc. user | bef |
What moves can Ekans learn in Pokémon Platinum?
Ekans can learn the following moves:
Acid
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 32
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 20
Aqua TailPlatinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
AttractRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM45
Bite
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 13
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 9
Body Slam
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
CaptivateTM78
Dark PulseTM79
DigRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM28
Double TeamRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM32
Double-Edge
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
EarthquakeRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM26
Endure
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM58
FacadeTM42
FrustrationRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21
Gastro Acid
- Level 33
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Giga DrainRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM19
Glare
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 20
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 12
Gunk Shot
- Level 41
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Haze
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 44
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 36
HeadbuttHeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Hidden PowerRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10
Iron TailRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM23
LeerRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Level 1
Mimic
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
Mud BombLevel 28
Natural GiftTM83
PaybackTM66
Poison JabTM84
Poison Sting
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 8
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 4
Poison TailDiamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Egg Move
ProtectRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM17
Rain DanceRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM18
RestRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM44
ReturnRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM27
Rock Slide
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM80
Rock TombDiamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM39
Scary FaceDiamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Egg Move
Screech
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 25
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 17
Secret PowerTM43
Seed BombPlatinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Sleep Talk
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM82
Sludge BombRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM36
SnatchTM49
SnoreEmerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
Spit Up
- Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 37
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 25
Stockpile
- Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 37
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 25
StrengthRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: HM04
Substitute
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- FireRed; LeafGreen; Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM90
Sunny DayRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM11
Swagger
- Pokémon XD: Move Tutor
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: TM87
Swallow
- Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 37
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 25
SwitcherooHeartGold/SoulSilver: Egg Move
ThiefRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM46
TormentTM41
ToxicRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM06
WrapRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Level 1